You Won the Lottery! Now, How Do You Protect Your Privacy and Your Cash Prize?
As you begin your holiday shopping, some of you may be purchasing lottery tickets for yourself or your loved ones for a chance to win big. If you or your recipient are [...]
Defendants Have More Rights in OUI Cases Than You Might Think
With Thanksgiving soon upon us, marking the official start of the holiday season, think twice—at least—about how much alcohol you’ve consumed before getting behind the wheel. Driving drunk is a serious offense [...]
Help! There’s an Estate Tax Lien on My Property. How Can I Have It Removed ?
As the saying goes, nothing is certain in life except death and taxes. And there’s no avoiding taxes, even after death, at least when it comes to real estate—depending on the value [...]
When Can Police Search Your Car in Massachusetts? And What If They Do?
Being stopped by the police is stressful, to say the least—especially if they ask to look inside your car. Must you let them? In Massachusetts, the police don’t need a warrant to [...]
License to Sell Real Estate Explained: What It Is and When It’s Necessary
When someone dies who owns real estate, what happens to the property? And who gets to decide? First of all, it depends on whether the decedent had a will. It also depends [...]
Facing a Potential Criminal Charge? What You Should Know About Clerk Magistrate Hearings
Unlike what you might assume from crime shows on TV, not every criminal case begins with an arrest. In some cases, the first step is actually a hearing before a clerk magistrate, [...]
Real Estate Deeds Are Best Signed in Person by the Seller. But What If That’s Not Possible?
Suppose your aging mother has decided to sell her home and move into assisted living. The sale is essential for her to afford her new accommodations. She has a buyer and a [...]
What You Should Know About Your Right to Self-Defense in Massachusetts
If someone breaks into your home, and if you shoot and kill the intruder, are you protected from criminal charges? What if you get into a bar fight that another patron started, [...]
How a Declaration of Homestead Can Protect You and Your Home
As a homeowner, the last thing you want to worry about is the risk of losing the equity in your home if you find yourself facing a judgment in a lawsuit. Here [...]
If You Share Property Ownership, What Happens When One of You Dies?
Chances are, your home is your most valuable asset. So, it’s essential to understand the legal terms of ownership, particularly if property ownership is shared. The manner in which you hold legal [...]
